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Conditions at Papara in September
September: Southern Hemisphere Spring Teases
September marks the slow transition toward cleaner conditions while the Southern Ocean still roars. Average swell is 2.1m (7ft) with 12.2s periods; S (23%) and SSE (23%) split the wave rose almost evenly, with SSW (13%) and SE (13%) contributing. There is plenty of 1.5-2.5m (5-8ft) energy and occasional sets above 2.5m. Ideal wind remains modest at 21%, with ESE winds at 29% making surface texture the main obstacle. As the South Pacific High begins to weaken, the first true offshore windows of the season start showing up. Water temperature is 26.3°C and rain is very low at 1.5mm/day.
Average Spot conditions at Papara in September
Swell history for September
Wind history for September
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Papara during September. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Papara for your next trip in September.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Papara for September. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Papara.